Pivot The DOJ readies a lawsuit against Google, Amazon tries to get into designer retail again, and a Friend of Pivot on the “plandemic”
May 19, 2020
Phil Howard, Director of the Oxford Internet Institute, joins the discussion on the ever-evolving landscape of misinformation. He delves into the latest internet conspiracies and their social impact, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation also touches on how misinformation spreads through social media and its implications for society. Additionally, the hosts analyze the Department of Justice's upcoming lawsuit against Google for antitrust issues in digital advertising, as well as Amazon's strategic entry into the luxury fashion market.
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DOJ vs. Google
- The Department of Justice (DOJ) may sue Google for antitrust violations regarding its grip on the online advertising market.
- This would be the biggest antitrust suit since the government's case against Microsoft in the late 1990s.
Google's Defense and the Bigger Picture
- Google's likely defense will be pointing to other large players in the market like Facebook and Amazon.
- The case against Google might be easier to prove, but it doesn't address the broader systemic issue.
Amazon's Fashion Ambitions
- Amazon is partnering with Vogue and the CFDA to create a high-fashion storefront, signaling its continued push into retail.
- This move builds on Amazon's long-standing interest in the designer fashion market.
